SPMG 350 - Gender And Sport: Issues And Controversies

Institution:

Lynchburg College

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Description:

Prerequisites: Junior standing and consent of instructor. This course will expose students to obvious and subtle issues in the sport domain that contribute to different opportunities and experiences for males and females. The history of men's and women's participation patterns with American sport activities will be presented.There will be an exploration of the portrayal of the sporting images within the popular media that help shape the meanings of masculinity and femininity in America. In addition, the concepts of competitiveness and success will be explored with emphasis on the application to what this means for men and women. The issue of race/ethnicity on gender definition will be pursued as it is expressed in sport.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lynchburg.edu

Phone Number:

(434) 544-8100

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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